Looking for a light, tasty, and easy-to-make dish from California? Try this California Spaghetti Salad that offers a refreshing twist on traditional pasta salads. Perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual weeknight meal or a vibrant party gathering.
Keyword: California Spaghetti Salad, Pasta Salad, Summer Recipes, Cold Pasta Salad
Prep Time: 20 minutesminutes
Chilling Time: 2 hourshours
Total Time: 3 hourshours
Servings: 6servings
Ingredients
Spaghetti noodlesCooked, rinsed, and drained well
Cherry tomatoesHalved
CucumberDiced
ZucchiniDiced
Red bell pepperDiced
Green bell pepperDiced
Red onionDiced
Black olivesSliced or diced
Bottle Italian dressing
Parmesan cheeseGrated
Sesame seeds
Paprika
Celery seed
Garlic powder
Instructions
Cook the spaghetti to your liking, rinse, and drain well.
In a large bowl, combine spaghetti, bell peppers, cucumbers, zucchinis, tomatoes, onions, and olives.
In a separate bowl, whisk Italian dressing, Parmesan cheese, sesame seeds, paprika, celery seed, and garlic powder.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
Chill for 2-3 hours before serving.
Notes
Store covered in the refrigerator. Leftovers can be kept in an airtight container for up to 4 days. The spaghetti salad can also be frozen for up to 3 months.